1974 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Capri | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
